Small Spaces: Big Style
In a compact space, choosing just-right furnishings can make all the difference between your home feeling cramped or comfortable. From practically invisible acrylic chairs to shelving that flexes with the needs of your space, these 5 furniture pieces should be on any small–space-dweller’s must-have list. 1. Pedestal table. A round table with a slender pedestal base tucks into small spaces […]
Small spaces: Big Style
In a compact space, choosing just-right furnishings can make all the difference between your home feeling cramped or comfortable. From practically invisible acrylic chairs to mini Parson desks whose use can flex with the needs of your space, these 5 furniture pieces should be on any small-space-dweller’s must-have list. 2. Mini Parsons desk. It can be a […]
Big Style in a Small Space: The Georgia O’Keefe
We have spent the last two weeks discussing the best use of small spaces. This week we will show you how we have done just that in our latest Signature Home. We built the Georgia O’Keefe, a 2200 square foot ranch style home in Shakes Run, just east of Middletown, Kentucky. With three bedrooms, two […]
New Building Material Trends: Reclaimed Barn Wood
Homeowners recycle and upcycle now more than ever. One of the latest trends in building is using reclaimed barn wood. Barn beams are making their way into the fray as well, adding rustic charm to any home when used for tables, benches, islands, or even flooring, walls or ceilings. HOW IS RECLAIMED BARN WOOD BEING USED? […]
New Building Material Trends: Bamboo Flooring
Bamboo is a natural surface covering material that has many of the properties of hardwood flooring, even though it is actually produced from a type of grass. It has the same look, feel and maintenance as hardwood. The more you understand the properties of this material, the better informed you will be when making a purchasing […]
Back to Basics: Brick
When it comes to building materials, it doesn’t get any more basic than brick. Small (mostly), modular and generally cost effective, brick has been around for thousands of years and has been a building material of choice from ancient Sumeria to modern America. Available in a range of sizes, shapes, colors and textures, brick can […]
Holiday Décor Tips: Make it Personal
When I thought about our holiday décor for 2015, I wanted to create a unique, personal statement of what the holidays mean to us at Wolford Built Homes. I thought of integrity and spirituality…the true meaning of the holidays to ALL of us, regardless of our religion. And I wanted to reflect what we as […]
Kitchen Trends of 2016
If you’re anticipating this year’s hottest kitchen trends, we’re right there with you. So what might the quintessential 2016 kitchen look like? Hi-tech workstations, ’80s glam and muted color schemes are just a few of the looks will lead the pack. Without further ado, here are nine trends we predict will define kitchen design in the new year. […]
Your 2016 Color Palette
From bold color to dusty, natural hues, we take an advance look at the gorgeous palettes predicted for 2016. Here’s your chance to get in on the frontend of these up-and-coming colors sure to evoke emotion and create stunning spaces. Style Me Pretty Expect to see soft “winter” colors — dusty roses, deep purples, and […]
Bathroom Trends for 2016
What is 2016 keeping in store for bathroom decor? Let’s have a quick look at some of the hottest trends we’ll meet in the next few months….. 1. MetalsIn 2016, metals are coming back with full strength. Make a clean break with one-dimensional bathroom finishes by pairing nickel, silver and bronze hardware and fixtures. Along with brass, […]